Job Type Full-time Description Position: Human Resources Specialist Reports To: Department Director or Manager Department: Human Resources & Organizational Development, Starting Salary: $46,660 - $74,655 Pay Grade: 40 FLSA Status: Non-exempt Purpose: Works under general supervision of HR management using occasional exercise of independent judgement assisting with the administration of one or more functional areas of HR in accordance with well-defined policies and procedures. Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential Job Functions) Prepare and/or verify accuracy of invoices, reports, and correspondence related to employee benefits and leave management programs* Compile and maintain reports related to HR statistics (including recruitment, promotions, etc.) in accordance with department procedures* Assist with recruitment, interviewing, and onboarding activities such as posting vacancies, reviewing applications and resumes, scheduling pre-employment testing and interviews, responding to applicant inquiries, facilitating/supporting the interview process, coordinating onboarding activities, and completing required new hire documentation* Verify and organize employee and candidate files to ensure compliance with HR policies and records laws* Assist with deployment and training of performance management and employee recognition programs* Answer routine questions regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits* Assist management with routine employee discipline issues, documentation, and performance improvement plans* Assist with administering compensation plans, such as merit and retention pay* Perform general HR department duties such as ordering HR supplies to maintain inventory and sorting and distributing mail Assist in updating handbooks, organizational charts, department procedures, and other documents Performs other duties as assigned Job Specifications (including knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical requirements) Knowledge of the Tax Collector's HR policies and procedures Knowledge of applicable employment laws, rules, and regulations Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent reading comprehension skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to use a computer, keyboard, automated HR systems and software, and general office equipment Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees and vendors Ability to analyze data and proactively identify issues or errors Work requires regular and reliable attendance Work is typically sedentary but may require standing or walking up to 10% of the time Some tasks may involve reaching, bending, pulling, pushing, climbing, kneeling, or lifting (up to 10 lbs.) Working Conditions Work is performed in an indoor office environment without hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, or adverse weather/environmental conditions Requirements Qualifications Associate's degree; and 3 years of general HR experience. An equivalent level of education and experience may be substituted as permitted by law. PHR/SHRM-CP preferred Disclaimer The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job nor does it represent all that may be required of a job incumbent during the course of employment with the Hillsborough County Tax Collector's Office.